Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in San Jose, California

Job description

About the facility

This correctional facility clinic delivers outpatient primary care services to an adult minimum-security jail population with a census of 600-800 patients in San Jose, California. The facility operates with established clinical protocols suited to corrections-based healthcare delivery, with on-site support staff including MD, APP, RN, and EMS available to facilitate consistent care. Clinical workflows are structured to support professional and timely service delivery within the correctional setting.

About the facility location

San Jose, California offers a range of recreational and cultural activities suited to varied interests. The area features lush landscapes and natural green spaces, including an arboretum that provides resources for tree planting and community greening efforts, as well as opportunities for outdoor exploration throughout the region. Clinicians on assignment will find diverse year-round activities available across the greater San Jose area.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians will provide outpatient primary care services to adult patients at a correctional facility clinic in San Jose, California, working Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Clinical responsibilities include sick visits and urgent care services for a minimum-security adult jail population with a census of 600-800 patients. On-site support staff includes MD, APP, RN, and EMS to assist with daily clinical operations. Prescriptive authority is required for this position.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 12-20
• Support staff: MD, APP, RN, EMS
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes